Manitou Incline Challenge
Sober Outdoors: Manitou Incline Challenge
📅 Saturday, May 17, 2025
⏰ Meet at the Trailhead at 10:00 AM SHARP
📍 Manitou Incline Trailhead – Manitou Springs, CO
Join us for a sober hike up one of Colorado’s most iconic and challenging outdoor adventures: the Manitou Incline! This event has been highly requested, and we’re excited to finally host it.
This is a steep, intense, but incredibly rewarding hike—climbing 2,768 steps over just under a mile with 2,000 feet of elevation gain! Expect breathtaking views, an epic sense of accomplishment, and a strong sober community by your side.
✅ Registration & Details
📝 Registration is REQUIRED – we’ll be using a timed entry system and hiking together.
🚗 Parking is $15 per car (paid at the lot) – scholarships available if needed.
🤝 Carpooling is encouraged and available through our registration form.
📍 Look for the white Sober Outdoors flag near the trailhead to check in.
⏰ Please arrive by 10:00 AM SHARP – we hit the stairs on time.
👯 Guests are welcome and encouraged! Bring a friend, partner, or anyone who could use a good climb and great vibes.
🧭 What to Bring
PLENTY of water – this hike is no joke
Carb-heavy snacks – energy is key
Sunscreen – very little shade on the Incline
Weather-appropriate clothing – layers recommended
Good hiking shoes – grip and support matter
Check the weather before you come – and dress accordingly
Leashed dogs are welcome – but please double-check with the City of Manitou Springs for current rules
🌧 Rain or Shine (Mostly)
We’ll hike even if the weather isn’t perfect. Only truly adverse weather (lightning, heavy snow, etc.) will cause a cancellation. Watch your email and our socials for any last-minute updates.
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🙏 Support the Movement
Please consider donating! Sober Outdoors is 100% grassroots. Donations go directly toward:
Scholarships for events, gear, and traditionally expensive SUD treatment & services for those who need it most
Permit & parking fees
Outreach, training, and resources for building sober community
Keeping our events accessible and inclusive
Every bit counts. Thank you for helping us help others.
Let’s summit together – one step, one breath, one sober moment at a time. 💚
To register for the event click the link below: